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Norman, Oklahoma · Afternoon & evening kickoffs

Where Oklahoma's energy community meets.

Food, drinks, live local music and the relationships that move our industry forward—at Othello's in Norman for afternoon and evening home games. There is no tailgate for a morning kickoff.

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Othello's Norman434 Buchanan Avenue
Families welcomeKids are part of the community
No parking on sitePlan nearby parking before arrival

This is the room

People, music and conversations.

Real moments from Oilfield Tailgate events and the conversations that grow from the community.

Energy professionals networking at an outdoor tailgate gathering — Show up, meet somebody and stay awhile.

Two energy professionals recording a conversation at a tailgate party — Industry relationships without the ballroom.

Matt Hill recording a podcast conversation with Renee Helmer — The conversation continues behind the microphones.

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2026 home-game schedule

Oilfield Tailgate happens only for afternoon and evening kickoffs. If a game moves to the morning, there will be no tailgate that day.

01SEP 04

vs. UTEP

7:00 PM CT

Oilfield Tailgate planned

02SEP 19

vs. New Mexico

6:30 PM CT

Oilfield Tailgate planned

03OCT 17

vs. Kentucky

Afternoon/evening window

Oilfield Tailgate planned

04OCT 31

vs. South Carolina

Afternoon/evening window

Oilfield Tailgate planned

05NOV 14

vs. Ole Miss

Afternoon window

Oilfield Tailgate planned

06NOV 21

vs. Texas A&M

11 AM–noon CT

No Oilfield Tailgate — morning kickoff

Official OU schedule See the full energy calendar

Built for real connection

A tailgate with industry purpose.

Bring a customer. Find a collaborator. Introduce a new hire. Stay for the band. Oilfield Tailgate creates the easy, welcoming space where Oklahoma energy relationships get stronger.